by Debra Ponzek | Mar 23, 2016 | All, Appetizers, Cinco de Mayo, Main Course
Just in time for Cinco de Mayo, I decided to share with you one of my favorite salmon taco recipes. For these tacos, made with soft flour tortillas, I rely on quickly cooked salmon fillets seasoned with avocado salsa and topped with a spicy-smooth chipotle sour cream;...
by Debra Ponzek | Mar 14, 2016 | All, Appetizers, Holidays, Side Dishes
St. Patrick’s Day brings with it many different Irish traditions, but one that isn’t all too common and deserves to be is Irish soda bread. Most bread recipes use yeast in order to rise, but Irish soda bread uses baking soda instead. That’s where we get the name from,...
by Debra Ponzek | Mar 10, 2016 | All, Drinks, Holidays
There are two things that just go together and for adults only; caffeine and alcohol. One of the best ways to mix those two ingredients is in an Irish Coffee cocktail. The word “cocktail” is used very lightly here. When most people think of a cocktail, they think a...
by Debra Ponzek | Feb 25, 2016 | All, Drinks
Springtime is the perfect time to take in the beautiful and natural scenery that is blooming around us. One of the best ways to do that is to use flowers in desserts or drinks, or at the very least model them after that beauty. The Pink Lotus Cocktail is the perfect...
by Debra Ponzek | Feb 9, 2016 | All, Holidays, Main Course, Make Ahead Meals
There never needs to be an excuse to spend time and share a romantic dinner with your loved one. However, if you feel there should be one, there is none better than Valentine’s Day. We celebrate the love we share with someone and treat our romance to an extravagant...
by Debra Ponzek | Feb 2, 2016 | All, Main Course, Side Dishes, Super Bowl
Super Bowl parties are always so much fun. A gathering of friends and family, huddled around the television, rooting for their favorite team or waiting for the funniest commercials. Then there is the food which is usually hearty and easy to make and pairs well with a...
by Debra Ponzek | Jan 26, 2016 | All, Main Course, Make Ahead Meals, Side Dishes, Super Bowl
Whether you’re throwing a Super Bowl party or just a gathering for a game during the season, a make-ahead dish is the way-to-go. Not only are most make-ahead recipes easy to make, but they save you time in the kitchen on the day of the party. Instead of spending all...
by Debra Ponzek | Jan 14, 2016 | All, Cinco de Mayo, Main Course, Soups, Super Bowl
This Tex-Mex Chicken Chili recipe is a make-ahead feast. You can make the entire dish, sans the final garnish, up to two days ahead of time, or just parts of it if you want. I like to prepare it a day before I serve it because I find it tastes better after it’s...
by Debra Ponzek | Jan 11, 2016 | All, Debra Ponzek, Make Ahead Meals, Tips for the Kitchen
There are many ways to help you make it through a week of cooking meals, whether for the family or just for one. Make-Ahead meals are great but sometimes even those need a few hacks to get you through. There are many different ways you can make entire meals ahead of...
by Debra Ponzek | Dec 21, 2015 | All, Debra Ponzek, Holidays, Life, Make Ahead Meals, Tips for the Kitchen
When throwing the perfect holiday party one should always consider as many entertaining tips as possible. Tips are the best way to make things easier during what could be a very stressful time. Running around getting meals together, throwing decor up and ensuring cold...
